June 21, 2025 – Fontana, CA – An off-duty San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Deputy intervened in a deadly shooting Saturday night, fatally shooting a suspect moments after witnessing a double murder outside a Fontana restaurant. The incident occurred around 9:45 p.m. at 15218 Summit Avenue near Summa Sushi. According to Fontana Police, officers, firefighters, and paramedics responded to reports of gunfire and arrived to find three individuals suffering from gunshot wounds. Emergency crews transported two victims—a 43-year-old man and a 40-year-old woman—to a local hospital, where both were later pronounced dead. The third person, identified as the 45-year-old male suspect, was declared deceased at the scene. Police say the off-duty deputy witnessed the suspect open fire on the victims and immediately took action, shooting the suspect to stop the attack. Authorities have not yet released the identities of those involved. The investigation remains active as Fontana PD continues to gather information and determine the motive behind the deadly encounter.
DC Law Group: Advocates for Families Impacted by Off‑Duty Deputy Shooting in Fontana
On the evening of June 21, 2025, tragedy struck at the Falcon Ridge Town Center parking lot in Fontana. Around 9:40 p.m., two individuals—a 43-year-old man and a 40-year-old woman—were shot and later pronounced dead at a local hospital. As the violent scene unfolded, an off‑duty San Bernardino County sheriff’s deputy, who was nearby, intervened and fatally shot the suspect. The deputy has been placed on administrative leave and is cooperating with the ongoing investigation.
This devastating event highlights the unpredictable nature of public violence and the complexities that follow, even when intervention prevents further loss. Families of deceased victims and communities affected by such incidents face profound emotional and legal challenges. In these critical moments, compassionate and skilled legal representation can guide families through the aftermath.
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If your family has been affected by the double homicide or the deputy-involved shooting, DC Law Group offers a Free Case Evaluation. This no-cost, no-pressure consultation provides a safe space to tell your story, learn your legal rights, and understand possible avenues for compensation, whether through civil claims, insurance actions, or wrongful death lawsuits.
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